JACQUELINE BIGAR

Your Horoscope for Friday, August 2

ARIES (March 21-April 19) ★★★★ What happens today could occur quite quickly and out of the blue. Avoid a power play by staying centered and working at an even pace.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) ★★★★★ Your mind keeps drifting to a child, dear friend or potential loved one. You have a lot to do. Streamline your list. You will want to give more time to others at present.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ Your mind is on your home and immediate family. Many of you may choose to stay at home and be present in the moment.

CANCER ( June 21-July 22) ★★★★★ Speak your mind, but recognize that not everyone can keep up with your ideas, as they can change rapidly. Be open to questions. Others might want some clarification.

LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22) ★★★★ Be aware of how much is too much talk, especially over finances and a purchase. You could find someone you deal with almost daily to be unpredictable.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★★ Defer to another person and handle what is happening as he or she wishes. You might tap into a resourceful source who comes up with great ideas that could work well.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) ★★★★★ Defer to others, yet do not feel pressured to follow every idea. You might not want to discuss everything you are thinking about at this point.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) ★★★★★ A friend plays a significant role in making a decision with you. This process creates a stronger tie between you. Your attention might not be on a serious issue.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ★★★★ You might not be clear regarding what a family member wants, or maybe you can’t get a definition of what is needed in terms of a domestic matter.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) ★★★★★ One-on-one relating is highlighted. You might not be sure which way to go with an important decision that has long-term implications.

AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ★★★★★ Stay focused on a partner, loved one or friend who you could be involved with in a financial matter. You might not agree with all of this person’s ideas.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) ★★★★ Others insist on dominating. At this moment, you cannot break through. Go off and do your own thing. Know that you will be missed.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY (Aug. 2) This year, you might be concerned with practical elements of your life. At the same time, you incorporate and give meaning to a lot of what used to seem unrelated.